
Michael Potnek
Medical Lead, Doctor of Nursing Practice

Michael Potnek
Medical Lead, Doctor of Nursing Practice
Dr. Michael Potnek, DNP, AAHIVS, AGPCNP-BC, an internal medicine provider, was born in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. He earned his nursing doctorate from Marquette University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and trained in settings including the Department of Corrections, an urban American Indian health center, and a large urban hospital. He is also a faculty member at Marquette University Graduate School. Board-certified in adult and geriatric medicine and an HIV specialist certified by the American Association of HIV Medicine, Dr. Potnek practices general primary care and has additional experience and interests in geriatrics, diabetes, kidney and lung disease, hepatitis C, and weight loss management. Dr. Potnek is passionate about optimizing his patients' health and wellness through a collaborative partnership, viewing his role as both a resource and a coach. He helps patients identify their health goals and devises personalized plans to achieve them, empowering patients through health education. In his spare time, Dr. Potnek enjoys fishing, working on cars, playing video and tabletop games, reading, and spending time with his family. He is excited to be part of the Beloit Area Community Health Center and values working with a fantastic team of practitioners.

Caitlyn Socha
Nurse Practitioner

Caitlyn Socha
Nurse Practitioner
Caitlyn Socha, APNP is a board-certified family nurse practitioner, seeing patients ranging from birth to elderly. Family practice allows her to care for many individuals throughout their life span, which promotes a positive and trusting relationship. Caitlyn offers comprehensive health care including well child examinations, school physical, sports physical, annual wellness physicals, chronic care management and acute care needs.
"I grew up in the Beloit community and it has been a privilege to give back to my community by providing comprehensive, well rounded health care to all individuals. Together, with myself and the patient, we can work as a team to develop a health care plan that is individualized to meet each person’s needs and expectations. My goal is to educate patients on how to achieve a healthy lifestyle and reduce the risk of developing chronic illnesses."